Celebrating 40 Years of Growth & Connection in Dallas 2025
For forty years, ISSA has helped members throughout their careers, learn, grow and connect with their local cybersecurity communities. In 2025, as we emerge through some challenging transitions in recent years, ISSA International excited to celebrate where we have been, where we are and where we are going. Join us as we bring our members and chapters together at this special event!
Celebrate Excellence
Join us at the ISSA Awards Ceremony & Gala celebrating outstanding ISSA members.
Gain Exclusive Insights
Attend the ISSA Conference for valuable insights from industry experts.
Learn From the Best
Discover the secrets of success from chapters worldwide at the Chapter Leaders Meeting.
Supercharge Your Career
Catapult your career, seize fresh opportunities, and thrive in this dynamic industry.
Expand Your Network
Unleash new opportunities as you connect, collaborate, and cultivate relationships
Experience Dallas
Experience the energy and excitement of Dallas while networking at the gala.
Secure Your Spot at the ISSA 40th Anniversary Event and 2025 Awards Gala
Register now for the event of the year! Join us for the ISSA 40th Anniversary Event and 2025 Awards Gala at the Westin Galleria Dallas.
Register your group today! Email MemberServices@issa.org to receive your group discount code! Groups of 5 or more receive 10% discount off tickets, with 10 or more receive 20% off!
Celebrating Excellence and Achievement
Embrace the spirit of recognition as we honor remarkable contributions across a diverse range of categories in the field of information security.
ISSA Members Conference
Join us for a day of education and networking with ISSA members from all over the world! At the end of the day, share experiences at the evening reception before heading off to the Awards Gala!
Chapter Leaders Meeting
Join other Chapter Board members for a day of ideas, learning and best practices to bring back for your local members and opportunities for your local chapters!
Speakers
Program
| Date | Time | Event | Contacts/Presenters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, April 3 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Cyber Executive Forum In-Person Meeting #2 | Keyaan Williams, CEF Manager |
| Thursday, April 3 | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Digital Newcomer Group | Alena Funitkova-White |
| Thursday, April 3 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | CEF + Newcomer Panel Discussion | |
| Thursday, April 3 | 5:00 AM - 7:00 PM | CEF Reception & ISSA Conference Registration Reception | |
| Friday, April 4 | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | ISSA Members Conference | |
| Friday, April 4 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | CISO Series Podcast LIVE with David Sparks! | |
| Friday, April 4 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | ISSA Members Conference Reception | |
| Friday, April 4 | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM | ISSA 40th Anniversary Gala & Awards Dinner | |
| Saturday, April 5 | 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM | ISSA Chapter Leaders’ Summit | William Smith, Jr., Chapter Leaders Committee Chair |
Conference Dress Code: Business Casual
Gala Dress Code: Cocktail Attire
2024 & 2025 Award Winners
2024 Winners to be Awarded:
- Volunteer of the Year: Rashmi Bharathan
- Chapter of the Year – International: ISSA Polska (Poland)
- Chapter of the Year – Large: South Texas ISSA Chapter
- Chapter of the Year – Medium: Alamo ISSA Chapter
2025 Winners to be Awarded:
- Security Professional of the Year: David Ruiz, ISSA Raleigh Chapter
- Organization of the Year: Grand Canyon University
- Honor Roll:
- Walter Madga, ISSA Colorado Springs Chapter
- Srikant Mantravadi, ISSA Colorado Springs Chapter
- Volunteer of the Year:
- Chandler Miller, ISSA Alamo Chapter
- Lindsey Mote, ISSA Colorado Springs Chapter
- Tim Thomasson, ISSA Metro Atlanta Chapter
- Parth Shah. ISSA Ranier Chapter
- Deb Bond, ISSA Phoenix Chapter
- Chapter of the Year – Small: ISSA Rainer Chapter
- Chapter of the Year – Medium: ISSA Phoenix Chapter
- Chapter of the Year – Large: ISSA South Texas Chapter
Secure Your Spot at the ISSA 40th Anniversary Event and 2025 Awards Gala
Register now for the event of the year! Join us for the ISSA 40th Anniversary Event and 2025 Awards Gala at the Westin Galleria Dallas.
Register your group today! Email MemberServices@issa.org to receive your group discount code! Groups of 5 or more receive 10% discount off tickets, with 10 or more receive 20% off!
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ISSA Conference Registration Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Substitution, cancellation, and refund requests must be submitted via email to MemberServices@issa.org.
- For cancellations received through March 21, 2025, you may receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee.
- For cancellations received between March 21 through April 1, 2025, fifty percent (50%) of the registration fee will be refunded.
- Cancellations received on or after April 3, 2025 are nonrefundable. No refunds will be granted for nonappearances.
- Substitutions are permitted at any time upon written notice from the original registrant.
- Confirmation of refund request is the responsibility of the attendee.
- Refunds will be processed no later than April 11, 2025.